The best restaurants Vienna

All the expertise of an Austrian brewery. A Bauerngröstl, a Rindgulasch or a Wiener Schnitzel and with this an Ottakring lager, a Schneider draught white, a König Ludwig black or a Grieskirchner. The house advertises itself as "the most gemütlich (comfortable) Lokal in the heart of Vienna". In the heart of the Bermuda Triangle, it offers a pleasant terrace in summer. A good place to try typical dishes from Wiener Schnitzel to Tafelspitz and juicy Spare Ribs. There are also a number of innovative dishes.

This bar-restaurant, on the ^7th floor of the hotel of the same name, opposite the cathedral, offers a magnificent view! The brand also offers the ONYX, on the ^6th floor, and a restaurant in the Albertina, and participates in the organization of events such as the Summer Music Film Festival on City Hall Square, with its exotic cuisine stalls. In the Stephansplatz headquarters, you can enjoy Austrian and Asian specialties. Come in the evening, just for a drink and a view of the illuminated cathedral, with lounge music and bling-bling to boot.

A small, vintage and little-known nugget from the west of Vienna where you can enjoy good Austrian cuisine, friendly, generous and without fuss. Come and melt into the decor. If you are looking for authenticity, here you will be served. No (or few) tourists, flowing beer, regulars and a setting that seems to have remained unchanged since the post-war period. The touch of modernity is brought by a young and trendy service. On the menu are the typical Gasthaus dishes, which are as invigorating as one could wish for, to be accompanied by a cool draught. You won't be disappointed!

The dishes are in French, but the preparation of the savory tartines, quiches and salads is enhanced by a real Austrian touch. Le Bol boasts a convivial setting and a warm atmosphere. Portions are generous, often including a bowl of salad, hence the name of the establishment. Sitting close together around the large central wooden table, or alone in a more secluded corner, you'll enjoy a pleasant lunch break and leave feeling full and satisfied. Reservations recommended. Another address: Bol Blanc Naglergasse.

Come and cross chopsticks in this large, trendy Asian canteen, which concocts a cuisine combining China, Japan and Vietnam, offered as a buffet and appreciated by a rather young clientele. Uncluttered white and red tones, a wide variety of noodles, large bowls of rice served with chicken, duck, shrimp or vegetables. The classics are there, from pho soup to gyozas. These exotic flavors are washed down with a good Asian beer. Sophisticated dishes are served until 5pm only. In the evening, it's all about Asian tapas.

A very pleasant canteen at any time. Here you can have breakfast, a quick coffee, a snack during the day, lunch or dinner, a glass of good wine or a long aperitif with tapas... This is one of the restaurant-bars in the MuseumsQuartier that attracts young people and hipsters. On the menu, a world cuisine of oriental and Mediterranean inspiration, with an emphasis on vegetables. The service is friendly. A particularly trendy and pleasant place, especially in summer when you can enjoy the terrace

An institution in Vienna! Always full and very famous, the establishments of this chain offer a wide variety of toast spreads. Ideal for a light meal or a small snack with a glass of chardonnay or a beer. Don't go during peak hours as it will be difficult to find a table. There is a large selection of Brötchen (small slices of bread with a spread), which you can choose from behind a glass window, to eat standing up or sitting down, or to take away. The house has just celebrated its 120th anniversary in Vienna!

The house has been in existence since 1683. Today, it houses a fine Austrian cuisine restaurant with a remarkable wine cellar. The weekly menu is displayed with a dish that changes daily. Vegetarians are not forgotten, with a daily dish. You'll dine in a typical, wood-furnished setting, ideal for a gourmet, picturesque stopover. The dishes are classic: herring salad, breaded cod fillet with mayo potato salad, etc... The beautiful basement room is currently reserved for groups.

In the friendly Spittelberg district, this bohemian restaurant is located in a small cobbled street with Biedermeier-style houses. It's a very good restaurant with Austrian gastronomic specialties, but not only. Settle into a comfortable room and enjoy a quiet meal to the strains of classical opera. Save room for the desserts, which are part of the restaurant's reputation. The service is meticulous and you can trust the wine selection.

The historic Brezl Gwölb offers a 100% Austrian tasting experience with tradition and quality. You can dine on the terrace or in the vaulted cellars in the basement, which exude a pub atmosphere. This is an excellent little Viennese restaurant in the old town, crowded at lunchtime. In the evening, it becomes more intimate, and while everything around is already closed, you can eat hot until 9:30pm... Very good local cuisine at affordable prices, in a charming setting typical of the small Austrian tavern.

It's touristy, relatively expensive and inimitable. A truly unique experience. Here, pleasure and tradition come together in a majestic setting, with excellent seasonal and regional Austrian specialties on the menu: old-fashioned soup, crispy schnitzel, homemade strudel with paprika and caraway, or roasted fillet of sea bass with yellow bell pepper cream... The evening is enlivened by a chamber orchestra, and you'll dream of dashing out in a big dress or tuxedo. For a romantic evening that even includes waltzing.

The building is first mentioned in 1339. Today, in the 15th century Gothic Brunnenstube Hall as well as in the other rooms, Viennese specialities are served with excellent local wines. This Heuriger from the city centre transports us into the atmosphere of the country inns in the vineyards in the heart of the city. The "Cellar of the Twelve Apostles" distils its warm atmosphere on two floors. Here you can enjoy a good meal, hot dishes or plates of cold meats... Folk music concerts every evening.

A brewery dedicated to home brewing. All beers are represented, in bottles or on draught: dark, amber, lager or Pils, white or mixed, special beer or house beer. There is a brewery for every district. And to accompany your tasting of foams, dare to try the beer-battered pork cutlet ( Bierschnitzel). Also snacks, ribs, flammekueches... The prices are very competitive and the decor is traditional.

Whether you take it in the garden on sunny days, or indoors, in the wooded room so typical of the Beisl, the meal will be undeniably convivial. It is in a popular setting that the good dishes concocted by the chef will be served to you by a friendly and professional staff. A la carte, soups, salads and a list of all the traditional Austrian seasonal dishes you would expect in a good Viennese inn. The house has its followers, and you can see right away that this is a good address!

Compose your own menu from the à la carte dishes for a great culinary experience. Vytopna has opened a train-themed station at Naschmarkt. Station masters and chefs, as well as digitally-controlled model trains, watch over your table. Over 600 meters of track and 9 drawbridges guarantee a successful journey for young and old alike. Come with family and friends to enjoy cuisine based on local ingredients, including excellent organic beef.

Specialities are Austrian, such as the choice of fish (of course river, such as the carp filet) or porc of pig coils in cheese and ham. For summer, large terrace that is shared around a large barbecue.

A coffee to start the morning, a concert to end the evening. This tunnel, a meeting place for students, does its job well! You can eat well for cheap. In the morning, a choice of breakfasts at friendly prices. At lunch, many dishes, from Italian pizza to Tyrolean casserole, via some Mediterranean or Iranian specialities, at very low prices. In the evenings, during the academic year, the Tunnel hosts jazz, pop or blues concerts. A little further down the road, the same owner for the Café Merkur, which offers exactly the same menu.

An old restaurant from the 1900s: dark panelling, white tablecloths, coal stove and old bar. The Ubl is located in the ^4th district, close to the Naschmarkt market. Here we are dedicated body and soul to Viennese cuisine. Its menu offers Viennese escalopes, pan-fried liver, stew and black pudding, the establishment is one of the most authentic of its kind. The Viennese cuisine is fine, but the prices are a little higher than in some Beisl. However, some say that you can enjoy the best Schnitzel in Vienna.

An exceptional place! You can sit on the terrace overlooking the Burggarten or in the huge, charming room in the orange grove. The stylish, fast service, elegant atmosphere, meticulous Austrian cuisine and generous plates are enough to make you happy. Even if the address is very touristy and the number of occupied tables seems endless, this is a privileged moment and a pleasure to treat yourself to during your stay in Vienna. Opposite the garden and a stone's throw from the Albertina.

A good address for breakfast lovers since it is the house speciality. The menu, provided, should satisfy all tastes: sweet, salty, oriental, Mediterranean, rustic..., to share with the Viennese their appetite for this essential meal in Austria. The Breakfast Club is therefore an ideal stopover to gain strength before starting a day of sightseeing... The premises are small but very friendly. An address where you will quickly find your marks, just like the regulars.

A long history already for the Quell, a mythical establishment in the neighborhood. A traditional menu, a varied clientele and memories of former artists whose HQ it was. This is a typical Gasthaus, somewhere between kitsch and rustic. The Viennese menu offers a variety of choices, including an anthology goulash and even several vegetarian dishes. A great address! Takeaway options. Convenient for picnics in the forest or in the park, or even to take your ready-made Austrian meal back to your rental apartment.

It's the gourmet version of the Japanese restaurant. In fact, the Shiki has been awarded one star in the Michelin guide. This restaurant welcomes a bourgeois clientele in a refined and very urban design setting. The menu offers high quality sushi and sashimi, but it is much more interesting to taste the prepared dishes which are distinguished by their great delicacy and are prepared with ultra fresh and quality products: Kobe or wagyu beef, caviar, moulting crab? Great art and all the Japanese refinement within reach of chopsticks.

Konstantin Filippou hit the big time when he opened his 35-seat restaurant in central Vienna. As soon as he arrived, he was immediately inducted into the club of the capital's leading chefs. Forget the heavy-handedness of traditional dishes! Here, everything is thought out, conceived, imagined, dreamed up... to stunning effect. Both in the flavors and in the presentation of the dishes, modernity is the order of the day. The setting is pleasant and bright, with the highlight being the kitchen, which opens onto the dining room. Reservations essential.

A trendy address. An organic, gourmet restaurant. Here, you'll enjoy a tastefully refurbished industrial setting. Settle down on wooden pallets or high metal stools painted in bright colors to enjoy a refined version of modern brasserie cuisine. Homemade sausage and salami, vacuum-packed calf's liver and Viennese-style osso buco are just a few of the dishes that delight a bobo clientele who appreciate this healthy, inventive and beautifully presented cuisine. Vegetables are given pride of place.

Creative vegetarian and vegan dishes in a student atmosphere. Just a stone's throw from the university, students appreciate the low prices, the long opening hours and the mix of styles in a sober setting. The menu mixes Asian, Mediterranean and Austrian inspirations and influences. There is only organic food on the plate and in the bentos. A great Californian brunch and a choice of bowls, each more appetizing than the last. You can juggle with the ingredients and compose your own bowl. New: tea room on Friday afternoon.

Behind one of Grinzing's typical charming facades lies this friendly Heuriger. Traditional dishes are served here, but the execution is fine and pleasant. There's also a beautiful garden courtyard where folk groups and musical duos of the highest calibre perform on weekends. But this establishment is no more touristy than any other... The Viennese love to entertain themselves to the sound of yodelling. As for the wine, Riesling offers an interesting freshness and fruitiness.

Come and discover the famous black camel. This renowned establishment dates back to 1618 and has a restaurant, a bar, a pastry shop, a catering service and a delicatessen. At lunchtime, a queue as long as the Danube forms in front of the shop window. Businessmen, Viennese in a hurry and some tourists patiently wait their turn to take away some Brötchen, or mini-sandwiches. It is the occasion to discover Austrian cold meats or alpine cheese. As for the restaurant, it is a gastronomic table.

An ambassador of French cuisine in Vienna. This Beaulieu bistro is run by the Heinrich family, who also offer a delicatessen section. Located in the beautiful passageway of the Palais Ferstel, you can enjoy a French-style breakfast here, as well as the great classics of French cuisine: boeuf bourguignon, ratatouille, lamb mice, shepherd's pie, couscous, moules-frites and more. The plate is worth the beauty of the setting, and will comfort those who are homesick.

In the beginning, 4 Japanese enthusiasts. Today, several deliciously Japanese addresses. Among them, Mochi, Vienna's trendy Japanese restaurant, opened in 2012 on Praterstraße. With its stylish decor, pleasant terrace and delicious yet affordable dishes (and not just sushi!), Mochi is the place to be. You'll come across a young, bohemian clientele. And Mochi continues to diversify, with 7 addresses including, just across the street, o.m.k (take-out and grocery), 2 addresses in an increasingly trendy^2nd district market, including a ramen bar and an Italian-Japanese restaurant.

A tavern hidden away below the MuseumQuartiers district, with an inner courtyard under a vine-shaded arbour that never gets empty, and a cosy modern room. For drinking or dining. The atmosphere is warm and the cuisine Austrian. As a wine bar, you can discover the products of local winegrowers. Genuine schnitzel rubs shoulders with modern offerings featuring vegetables, and appealing recipes such as carrot-ginger-cream soup or sheep's cheese ravioli with parmesan and chanterelles. An excellent, indestructible address.

Not to be confused with the An-Do coffee on the Brunnemarkt market. This one is more touristy and less boo-hoo! After a short tour of the stalls on the Naschmarkt to whet your appetite, take a break in the Do-An café, a classic gourmet stand on the market since 1995, for a coffee, snack or meal. You can sit out on the terrace or in the dining room. The breakfast menu is varied, there's something for everyone: from French breakfast to Viennese breakfast, including flavours with Greek influences. A nice address.

Nestled in a quiet street, this cosy little tapas bar will delight gourmets! Here, it is Spanish cuisine that is in the spotlight with a much-appreciated touch of originality. The menu of cold or hot tapas is long and inventive, based on fresh ingredients with refined weekly suggestions. In response, you have the choice of wines by the glass in all three colours from a dozen bottles, mainly from the Viennese vineyards. Are you hesitating? The owner will advise you kindly and expertly.

You don't come to Vienna to eat in a Chinese restaurant, but still come and discover the magnificent decor of the Shanghai Tan, worthy of a James Bond movie. A cosy atmosphere, soft red light, lanterns and wooden sculptures. The menu, contrary to what the decoration and the name of the restaurant might suggest, offers Japanese specialties, with sushi, makis, sashimis, and all the same Chinese classics, such as dim sum, fried noodles, gyoza. Choice of vegetarian dishes. To satisfy small and big appetites until the middle of the night.

A modern decor for a revisited Austrian gastronomy based on exceptional products, often unseen in Vienna, such as this Simmental beef matured for 6 weeks. The chef does not deny international influences and a few exotic ingredients. So you can enjoy a typically Austrian dish as well as flavors from elsewhere, but also fish, meat, burgers, pasta and risotto, for all tastes really! Tables can be reserved all day during opening hours. Excellent wine list.

This is a good address for fast and cheap food in the centre of Vienna. This chain throughout Austria is a kind of friendly cafeteria. The place is on three levels, well decorated, with a market place. Each one goes to use as it pleases. Have less than 10 € for a dish with meat and 4 € for dessert. Fresh fruit juice stand and desserts prepared for the gourmands.

Excellent Austro-Hungarian establishment, i.e. featuring the cuisine of non-Austrians from the former empire. A table therefore essentially Hungarian and Slovenian, with dishes, mostly meat-based, copious and tasty. Goulash is king, as is paprika. The whole is very neat, the service impeccable and the decoration traditional. Besides the objects and trinkets representative of Hungarian-Slovenian craftsmanship, one of the most remarkable ceilings in Vienna can be admired: paintings of rustic scenes on wood.

Milanese Fabio Giacobello is at the helm, but you'd think you were in New York. This trendy bar-restaurant, with its classy glass and wood decor, sees bankers and other yuppies coming out of their offices. The house slogan is: with character but without fuss! As for the delights for the palate, these are Italian (and Mediterranean) delights of the utmost finesse and creativity, from land to sea. Italian and Austrian wine list. Cosy atmosphere. Come in smart clothes.

Thomas Edlinger has created a truly remarkable gourmet address whose success is well-deserved. It's all about gastronomy, it's even the temple of gastronomy in the ^2nd arrondissement, around an Austrian cuisine revisited with inventiveness and talent. The menu is renewed twice a month to the great pleasure of the regulars who have made this refined address a trendy and friendly establishment. Whether on the terrace or in the dining room, the atmosphere is warm and the decoration very nice.

This Gasthaus-style establishment, with a contemporary touch, is located at the entrance to the Prater, opposite the column erected in honour of Admiral Tegetthoff, the illustrious representative of a now defunct navy. It contains the essentials of Beisl 's classic kitchen, all very well done. A wide selection of beers, including the Bohemian Budweiser. A very pleasant atmosphere, to be kept as is, as long as the tourists are not too numerous and blend in with the crowd. A real institution and a lot of character.

A 100% Viennese address in its popular and authentic version. Here you can eat well, cheaply and in a very picturesque atmosphere. Tourists rarely venture this far. A la carte, order the Tafelspitz, perfect for those who absolutely want to taste this speciality without ruining themselves at the table of the Plachutta or the Sacher. Also perfect: the veal goulash with its pasta. And as always in this kind of establishment, at lunchtime the Gasthaus serves a menu at an unbeatable price.

A mythical site since you are settling in the charming house where Beethoven came to drink and where he composed La Pastorale. This seductive Heuriger welcomes you in the heart of the vineyard. You sit around long wooden tables. Although a bit touristy, especially in summer, this address is to be recommended for its cachet and the constant quality of the food served there. Seasonal, organic and vegan dishes. The Mayer family, who, it is understood, have been very successful in the tourist vineyard, offers other gourmet addresses in the surrounding area.

Nestled on a hillside overlooking the city, in the middle of vineyards, the Heuriger has the most spectacular view of Vienna and its vineyards. On the left, you can admire the green Leopoldsberg hill with its chapel, and on the right, the Viennese roofs. You settle down on this beautiful terrace, forget the time around a Sturm, while nibbling on something. The dishes are of good quality, the perfect place to regain strength for those who have chosen to take a walk in the vineyard.

A favorite! The spirit of trendy Vienna blows through this Pakistani restaurant with curry and concept bar. At the "Viennese Divan", only drinks are fixed-price items. The rest is a buffet of Pakistani dishes, rice, bread and sauces. Everyone pays according to their means and conscience. It's a generous concept, but you'd have to think the house would appreciate it. It lasts! So, you negotiate with your wallet. It's a social enterprise, so be generous. Vintage 1970s decor. Sometimes a storyteller in the evening. Boxes to take away (modest price).

An upmarket address. We love the elegant dishes from starter to dessert. This restaurant specializing in beef brings refinement to Austrian cuisine. The best roast beef in town. The chef also works with lamb, pork, veal, superb wild fish and octopus. Combinations of spices and vegetables add to the meaty flavors. In summer, you can enjoy the garden of this refined, non-touristy house. No music, just the sound of chatter and forks.

A welcome stopover on the Kunsthalle grounds. The museum café is very pleasant. It's a great place to relax over a drink. The brick interior, illuminated by a glass roof, is a great success. The small, elevated terrace is perfect in summer for a quick bite: layered sandwiches, salads or fresh pasta. The patisserie stands up for itself. And in the evening, aperitifs with friends are the order of the day, with the musical echoes of its hype neighbor the Leopold Café, designed by architects Ortner & Ortner, who also designed the Mumok.